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555 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Starting at USD 21
Sat, 21 Jun, 2025 at 11:00 am - Sun, 22 Jun, 2025 at 07:00 pm (GMT-04:00)
555 Pennsylvania Ave Nw
555 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States
☀️ Summer Starts Here – The Most Epic BBQ, Music & Dance Party in America!
Brace yourself for the biggest, boldest, most immersive BBQ festival yet! This isn’t just any food fest—it’s a full-blown summer party with over 100+ free food samples, high-energy entertainment, legendary BBQ competitions, and non-stop music & dance zones spanning Pennsylvania Avenue, America’s Main Street.
🔥 NEW THIS YEAR! 🔥
🌴 Giant Corks to Caps 21+ Oasis – A true oasis for those 21 and over with sampling and drinks for sale from Paradise Cove, Corona Beach, and the Mom Water She Shed.
💃 Monster Energy Dance Zone – A high-energy party with DJs, live beats, and interactive dance-offs.
🎸 Pepsi Art to Go-Go Tent – The top Go-Go acts, live art experiences, and special performances.
🥩 BIGGEST BBQ COMPETITIONS YET – More pitmasters, $50,000+ in prizes, and the fiercest showdown in BBQ history!
🔥 Food Lovers, Rejoice – The Best Eats on Pennsylvania Ave!
The Giant BBQ Battle brings together the best of the best when it comes to mouthwatering eats. Indulge in legendary bites from top vendors, pitmasters, and food brands serving up iconic flavors and innovative creations.
🎤 Music, Dance & Entertainment – Nonstop Action on Four Stages!
🎶 Monster Energy Stage – A high-energy dance experience with electrifying beats and surprise performances!
🎶 Pepsi Lays Art to Go Go Stage - Experience the sounds of DC in the Heart of DC from all time legends and the new generation.
🎶 Pepsi Summer Stage - Not only will it host THE Nathan's Hot Dog Qualifier, you'll see top bands across a range of style
🔥 Can’t-Miss Events & Competitions!
🏆 BBQ Masters Battle for $50,000+ in Prizes! – Witness the ultimate pitmaster showdown!
🌭 Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest – Think you can beat the pros?
👨🍳 Giant Fresh Ideas Cooking Stage – Live demos from top chefs & culinary legends!
🎨 Live Art & Dance Battles – The hottest interactive performances all weekend long!
🎟️ TICKETS SELLING FAST – Don’t Miss The Party of the Summer!
📅 June 21-22, 2025
📍 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC
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Tickets for The 33rd Annual Giant BBQ Battle: The Ultimate Summer Kickoff Festival! can be booked here.
| Ticket type | Ticket price |
|---|---|
| BBQ ONE DAY PASS | 21 USD |
| BBQ WEEKEND PASS | 32 USD |
| FAMILY FOUR PACK - Good One Day, Sat or Sun | 69 USD |
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